still
Usage
What are other ways to say still?
Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return. Nevertheless implies a concession that should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. But marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return.
Example Sentences
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When the shaking finally paused, Quivera rushed out of his second-floor apartment, unaware that he was still in his underwear, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
“It’s still a possibility there may be more.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
“You’re trying to get to people while you can still save their lives,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
Three dump trucks carried waste away, but firefighters said it would still be days before crews would be able to access the remains of the burned-out interior.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
“You can see them because I’m allowing you to. I could lower the veil and you’d think we’re in an empty house that rattles and is still ‘settling,’ ” Lou replies.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
Vocabulary lists containing still
Lessons 2–4
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